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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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